Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 8

Stefanie was a wonderful volunteer and a truly valuable part of our team during her time at our hostel. From the beginning, she showed a positive attitude, responsibility, and genuine care for the space and our guests. She was reliable with her tasks, paid attention to detail. She worked independently when needed, but was also great at collaborating with the rest of the team. Her energy was calm, friendly, and professional, which made both guests and staff feel comfortable around her. We especially appreciated her initiative and willingness to help beyond what was expected. Stefanie treated the hostel with respect and care, and that makes a big difference in a hospitality environment. We are very grateful for her help and would happily recommend her to any future host. She will be an asset wherever she goes.

We are very grateful that we were able to be your first Workawayers! 
From the very first moment, we felt welcome, appreciated, and truly comfortable in your home. The accommodation was wonderful: a lovely room, everything we needed, and very peacefully located – we quickly felt at home. We also really enjoyed working with you. The tasks were clearly explained, we had a lot of freedom, and we were able to work independently. At the same time, communication was open and transparent from the beginning – with clear to-do lists, shared goals, and short consultation along the way. The tasks were never overwhelming, and the working hours were flexible and more than fair! You were always open to ideas. The culinary side was definitely a highlight as well :) Cooking together, having great conversations, and enjoying our very first Swiss fondue will stay as special memories. Beyond the productive time, we truly appreciated the moments we shared: campfires, sauna sessions, game nights, and inspiring conversations. It was wonderful to be part of your vision and to see what you are building. Our expectations were definitely exceeded. We would come back anytime and wholeheartedly recommend you as hosts. Thank you for this first and especially wonderful experience on our Scandinavian trip. A&J

Preet was a really fun, lively and emotionally open person. We really admired his strength to work hard on his goals to make a living in Germany. He connected with the kids really fast and especially acted kind of as a parent role with Yordi. He was a good help around the house especially with the tons of laundry for our 6-people family. He has a Faible for cleaning cars which was really nice, thank you so much!! Also he is an amazing cook. He made an amazing Indian vegan dish for our whole family. Preet is really good at seeing the positives in life and likes to dance and party. He’s very open and likes to talk with people connect and get to know them. We wish you all the best and really really hope you’ll make it in Germany and that you’ll be able to bring your family!!! Come back and visit!!!

In 2025, Louis proved to be an absolute powerhouse of dedication during his time at the academy. Far from just "showing up," he was a vibrant, proactive presence whose commitment to excellence became the gold standard for everyone around him. ​Here is an expanded look at why Louis left such an indelible mark: ​Unrivaled Professionalism: Louis operated with a work ethic that was as relentless as it was inspiring. Whether it was meticulously planning lessons or streamlining school activities, his proactive nature meant he was always three steps ahead, anticipating needs before they even arose. ​A Beloved Community Pillar: It is rare to find someone who resonates so deeply with every facet of a community. The students looked up to him as a hero, the staff relied on him as a cornerstone, and his host family embraced him as one of their own. He didn't just work at the academy; he became part of its heart. ​Selfless Dedication: His generosity with his time was truly remarkable. Louis was frequently found putting in extra hours of teaching, driven not by obligation, but by a genuine, infectious passion for education. He never watched the clock; he only watched for opportunities to help his students grow. ​The Verdict: Louis is far more than a capable educator; he is a rare find. His blend of high-level competence and genuine humanity makes him a transformative asset to any program lucky enough to have him.

Nos encantó convivir con Natalia y Ana. Estamos muy agradecidos por todo el trabajo que hicieron y nos encantó su vínculo con Tao 🌺 Gracias gracias gracias chicas, que tengan un hermoso camino

My experience with Judy was absolutely wonderful. From the very first moment, she made me feel welcomed and at home. She is truly an exceptional host: loving, caring, and incredibly kind. Judy always made sure I was comfortable and happy. She took such great care of me, both practically and emotionally, and was always available whenever I needed help or had a question. Her generosity and warmth made this experience even more special than I could have imagined. She is not only an amazing host but also a beautiful person. I feel very grateful to have met her and to have shared this time together. Thank you so much, Judy, for everything! I will always appreciate your kindness, see you very soon! 💛

Marc satisfied our expectations of what we needed in our volunteers. He carried all the tasks very well, finished everything on time and was very sweet with all of our cats. He was very fun to have arround! Always with a joke and enjoyed making us smile. He didn't make us croissants though, so maybe now he has to come back and we would look forward to having him come to us again!

Our 2 weeks experience here was actually really magical. From the start, we felt at home and part of their family while having a unique personal experience . Everyone there, even people visiting, is just so welcoming, open hearted and committed to the global project. We really enjoyed our time there and would recommend to anyone to live the experience. You will be staying in the most beautiful place of all Argentina, pure nature and peacefulness with magical people and really good cooks :) The work is very easy, no specific knowledge needed. The tasks are adapted depending on the needs and your personal wishes. You can have busy days if there are lots of guests or events but then, you also have days with very little working hours. China, Diego and Rio are lovely persons to share time with. They include you in each family activity : you are and feel part of their family. We really enjoyed spending time in nature with them, experiencing new things and talking hours and hours :) The food is also very important, you will spend a lot of time there and enjoy amazing food !!! We really didn’t want to leave and hope lots of volunteers will join the project because there is still a lot to do and they need help so don’t hesitate to contact them ! We would also be happy to answer any question if you have some. If you’re looking for an authentic experience with amazing people in an incredible peaceful place : you’ve found it !! Muchísimas gracias a toda la Magico familia, les extrañamos mucho y les esperamos a todos en Francia !!! <3

Alexandre was the only volunteer for 15 days, and his presence was very helpful. He was very willing and positive. He was a great help to me with my chores around the house. The conversations were interesting. Alexandre shared his extensive knowledge of birds with us. He can come back whenever he wants.

Sol stayed with us for one month and we are so grateful to have met her and for her assistance here. She came at a time when we were going through a major transition and how we do things here and she handled everything with grace despite some of our own internal challenges here at that time. She was a dedicated committed worker, always in wonderful, happy spirits, and a cheerful person whose lovely to be around. Any host would be blessed to have her and she will always be welcome back here.

We had a fantastic time with Titien. He came all the way from France with his beautiful motorbike, going around Spain and North Africa. Easygoing and uncomplicated, smiling, polite and ready for everything - the kids loved him. He helped us A LOT in the many jobs we had to do and he turned out to be very talented with the strimmer. A great person and a friend! Thank you so much Titien. Hope to see you again.

I stayed with Kevser’s family for three weeks, and it was truly a wonderful and meaningful experience for me. They welcomed me warmly into their home, and through cooking together, going grocery shopping, and sharing daily life, I was able to deeply learn about the food culture of Gaziantep. Since I am especially interested in gastronomy cities, I was very happy to experience the culinary traditions of this UNESCO Creative City firsthand. Rather than having fixed working hours, I helped as part of daily life — supporting with general household tasks and contributing wherever I could while living together as a family. Their two children are absolutely lovely, and spending time playing with them was such a joyful and healing experience. I am truly grateful for being welcomed as a member of the family and for the wonderful hospitality I received. Thank you so much for everything！！

Me alegré mucho de pasar 20 días en Cusco, especialmente en Navidad y Año Nuevo. Fue una experiencia maravillosa. Marcia, Doña Anita y Yolo hicieron que mi estadía fuera inolvidable. Fueron increíbles y muy atentos conmigo. Me sentí como en casa rápidamente y disfruté cada día. Las tareas no fueron agotadoras ni largas; al contrario, fueron divertidas. Lo mejor del día fue jugar con mi perrito, Manolo. Me encantan los animales. En Cusco hay muchas actividades para hacer, y casi todo está a poca distancia. También visité Machu Picchu, la Montaña de Colores, el Valle Sagrado, la Laguna Humantay, entre otros lugares. Ya extraño Cusco y a todos allí, y espero poder volver algún día. Abraços 😊

I stayed at Özlem’s house for five days.Talking and having conversations about different topics was truly enjoyable and educational for me. Özlem cooked several vegan dishes and taught me how to prepare them. Ebru, Özlem’s friend, taught me crochet, and one day the three of us went to Çanakkale🙏, where I saw this beautiful city for the first time. I organized two of Özlem’s kitchen cabinets and moved the packaged food items to a cabinet on the balcony. I cooked several Iranian dishes.The time I spent with Özlem was very educational for me. Özlem takes care of five cats😻 at home(If one person is not cat lover maybe özlem's home is not a right place for him/her) and looks after all the animals in the neighborhood. She is very kind-hearted and attentive to other people and their needs. Getting to know Özlem and Ebru was a truly delightful experience for me💫.

What an incredible family!!! Words cannot describe how beautiful and warm this family had been to me. They took me in for the month like I was a daughter of theirs, I ate all meals with them, went to social outings, spent time at the farm with the parents, nothing felt like work with such incredible people. it also was a fantastic opportunity to work on my Spanish! I spent a majority of my time at their main house in Cajica, which was a lovely town one hour from Bogota. My days mainly included cleaning up , cooking some meals (unlimited chicken broth!) or helping them with tasks around the farm when they went so it was extremely relaxed. Highly recommend this family!

The farm I arrived on was in one of the most remote places I had ever ventured in, it was unreal!! The host only requested that I paint a tiny house throughout the day with no fixed time so it was extremely relaxed, and the owner of the house also cooked me some beautiful meals. I had some beautiful chats with Alma as well, she is an incredible women with unlimited patience, and owns the most STUNNING cheeky husky dog Shakti who I miss incredibly! Keep in mind this experience was VERY remote so it is not for the fainthearted, but I adored that!

¡Nuestros días fueron maravillosos, ha sido una experiencia inolvidable! Vivir al aire libre, rodeada de plantas hermosas, ducharte bajo las palmeras, cocinar en ese hermoso lugar, descansar en las hamacas y en el domo... Es hermoso ver cómo crece y cambia un lugar tan mágico repleto de plantas, naturaleza y personas lindas. Nos sentimos muy bien acogidas desde el principio, compartiendo trabajo (muy físico y también divertido), momentos lindos de vida cotidiana, deliciosos desayunos de Gabo, las comidas tan ricas y variadas que cocinábamos lxs voluntarixs, las risas, los descansos, los temazcales... Flor y Gabo siempre agradecen de corazón todo el trabajo que hacemos lxs voluntarixs, estando pendientes de aquello que puedas necesitar. La presencia de Tao es maravillosa: sus juegos, cantos, risas, cariño... Una familia que llevaremos siempre en el corazón. Gracias gracias gracias 🫀🫂🌀

Horst and Mareike welcomed us with open arms to their farm. They were very kind and friendly with us from the very beginning and created a peaceful atmosphere that made us feel at home. Taking care of the animals and working on the farm was fantastic, just like the moments we shared together. We explored the island as much as possible and really enjoyed it. We hope to be able to visit them again soon; we already miss them!🫶🏻

The two weeks I spent here were absolutely incredible. Jessica is extremely attentive when you need anything and the head volunteer Pia at the time I was there was an ABSOLUTE LEGEND of a worker! Very impressive shelter and organisation with all, and most importantly the clients (100 beautiful doggies) were the kindest I had ever worked with. Though the work is tiring its extremely rewarding! I highly recommend for anyone :)

I had a great stay here, an amazing place in the middle of nature, with lots of trees, plants and animals! Muna is an amazing host, very welcoming, always eager to show you around the area and he even took me on trips to the beach with his family and friends. The daily tasks were simple and not too much work at all - mostly doing breakfast service in the morning, preparing rooms for new guests, welcoming them, keeping the restaurant and kitchen tidy and clean, doing laundry, and helping with cooking preparations for lunch and dinner. The amount of work very much depends on how many guests are there and whether they booked food. I had a few days where I worked a lot, but mostly it was rather chilled and some days with no guests at all. Food was always provided. I made my own breakfast, but you can have toast and fruits, lunch is the most amazing rice&curry cooked by the staff, and dinner mostly by joining the guests or going out to town. As mentioned in a review before, the description is not the most accurate in terms of food and working hours, and also about Carla not being present herself at the Lodge. Personally, for me those points were no issue at all though and I felt very comfortable. I was the only volunteer at the time and had a room for myself. Overall, I enjoyed this volunteering experience a lot and can recommend to everyone looking for a chilled stay, away from mass tourism, party hostels and luxury hotels. Be prepared that days might be quiet when there are no guests, but it's a great opportunity to explore the area or to just enjoy the amazing space Muna has created over the years! :)